Early Years Program Developer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development allowance

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Early Years Program Developer in Bloemfontein to design, refine, and implement cutting-edge educational programs for young children. You will research developmental best practices and create engaging curriculum frameworks, materials, and educator trainings to advance early childhood education.

The role offers hybrid work flexibility, with opportunities to travel for conferences and engage in professional development while shaping the pedagogical approach in

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, or related field.
• Experience designing curriculum for early years settings and documenting educational programs.
• Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, document and refine curriculum frameworks and educational programs for early years.
• Conduct research on current trends and best practices in early childhood development and pedagogy.
• Create engaging learning materials, activity guides, and resource kits for educators and children.
• Develop and deliver training sessions for childcare staff on new program implementation.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements based on outcomes.
• Collaborate with center managers and educators to integrate new programs into daily operations.

Skills

Curriculum design

Staff training

Educational research

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Curriculum Development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Early Years Program Developer to join their team in Bloemfontein. This role is dedicated to designing, refining, and implementing cutting‑edge educational programs for young children. You will research developmental best practices, create engaging curriculum frameworks, and develop training materials for educators. The objective is to continuously enhance the learning experience and ensure our programs remain at the forefront of early childhood education. This position offers the chance to significantly influence the pedagogical approach within a supportive and forward‑thinking organization, contributing to the holistic growth of children.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document innovative curriculum frameworks and educational programs for various age groups within early years.
• Conduct research on current trends and best practices in early childhood development and pedagogy.
• Create engaging learning materials, activity guides, and resource kits for educators and children.
• Develop and deliver training sessions for childcare staff on new program implementation and educational methodologies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs and recommend improvements based on feedback and developmental outcomes.
• Collaborate with center managers and educators to ensure seamless integration of new programs into daily operations.

Requirements

• A Master's degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in curriculum design and program development for early years settings.
• In‑depth knowledge of child development theories, learning styles, and age‑appropriate assessment techniques.
• Proven ability to create engaging, evidence‑based educational content and training materials.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills for staff training sessions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance reviews.
• Opportunities for travel to attend conferences and workshops.
• Hybrid work flexibility, balancing on‑site collaboration and remote development time.
• Generous professional development allowance.
• A dynamic and creative work environment focused on educational innovation.